Memory problems and cognitive function related to UC or Remicade?

Do you have any muscle or agility problems? Joint pains?

Fatigue and memory problems definitely hit me hard when I was at my low points. I am not on traditional meds but I experienced those as well. I am the same age but I would struggle to recall words that I use on a normal basis. It was pretty scary. It doesnt seem to be an issue anymore, it went away as my symptoms did. I am not 100% yet but I feel relatively intelligent again so hopefully you can find a similar solution.

When was the last time that you used steroids?

Are you fatigued/tired all day long?

Do you have trouble getting a normal night's sleep?

Do you have body aches/pains?

(If yes to all then I'm wondering if you have adrenal-fatigue, your cortisol levels are not normal since being off of the pred. You'd want to see an endocrinologist-specialist doctor specializing in hormones).

Only fatigued if I exert excerise, heart rate increases. I used to be a run 20 miles a week now can only run 1 mile maybe and I feel like I’m dying. No body aches. Sleeping Ok.

Like not adrenal-fatigue based on what you say.

I wonder if you have a vitamin deficiency? As UC patients we are often low in vitamins B, B12, D, or iron (and are anemic). Genetic predisposition to these things, not a guarantee but rather increased odds.

Vitamin B12 deficiency: Symptoms are rare but can include fatigue, breathlessness, numbness, poor balance, and memory trouble.

Vitamin D deficiency: Can have no symptoms, but people may experience:
Pain areas: in the muscles
Also common: fatigue or muscle weakness

Anemia: People may experience:
Whole body: dizziness, fatigue, lightheadedness, or malaise
Heart: fast heart rate or palpitations
Also common: brittle nails, headache, pallor, shortness of breath, or weakness

Post Edited (iPoop) : 8/23/2018 11:13:26 AM (GMT-6)

I haven’t had any blood work done in a while. I will ask about the b-12.